Fidel Andrew Aguirre, 28

Fidel Andrew Aguirre, a 28-year-old Latino, was fatally shot on Sunday, Sept. 30, near the corner of East Ezmirlian Street and North Bullis Road in Compton, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.

Aguirre was walking east on Ezmirlian Street in front of a strip mall shortly after noon when a man came up to him and began shooting, said Los Angeles County sheriff’s Lt. Scott Hoglund.

The shooter fled on foot, Hoglund said.

Aguirre was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 12:37 p.m., according to coroner’s records. He was shot in the left temple, the back and the ankle. The cause of death was the gunshot to the back, according to coroner’s records.

Investigators used footage from nearby surveillance cameras to identify a suspect, Hoglund said.

Jonathan Aldin Garcia, a 28-year-old Latino, was arrested on Oct. 2 and charged with murder and attempted murder on Oct. 4 in Los Angeles County Superior Court’s Compton Courthouse.

Danielle Rosemead Rude, a 19-year-old Latina, was also charged on Oct. 4 with being an accessory by harboring or aiding Garcia, according to court records.

Investigators have not released a motive for the shooting or an explanation of the attempted murder charge.

Both Garcia and Rude pleaded not guilty during their arraignment and are being held in jail without bail. Their next court appearance is set for Oct. 23 in Room SCD in the Compton Courthouse.

Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. Those wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

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Four reader comments

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Man I really can't believe ur gone Andrew I've know u and ur family almost my whole life its hurts that ur gone u will always be missed

— Athena mendozaNov. 20, 2018 at 8:23 p.m.“

I have known the Aguirre Family for over 20 years. I had the pleasure of having very close relationships with the Aguirre family especially Andrew, Aron, Vanessa & Valerie. This is a TRAGIC loss for the family Andrew was the most kind , loving and respectful young man this tragedy will forever leave a void in in our hearts especially his Mother Connie Aguirre whom in one of my most cherished friends I cant explain the pain she will feel every day and how much Andrew will be missed. This was a senseless killing and I know the persons involved will be prosecuted and suffer a tortuous agonizing life while here on this earth and more so when they are sent to the fire of hell by God. Andrew "In life we loved you dearly...In death we love you still." Rest in Peace. Visit your Mom often she misses you and her heart will forever be broken from losing you....xoxo

— Sonja ReyesOct. 15, 2018 at 10:19 a.m.“

I had the pleasure of meeting Andrew and the Aguirre family many years ago. This tragedy is so unfair, senseless and it pisses me off. Andrew was a loving, kind and giving young man. He would give you the shirt of his back if he believed you needed it. Another life cut short by the hands of a cold-hearted COWARD!!!You will be missed Andrew!!!! Forever loved by many!!!REST IN PARADISE

— Roberta EstradaOct. 12, 2018 at 8:20 a.m.“

I am mad, really mad. Andrew never seeing it coming. He was a great son, father, brother and my nephew. He had a big heart, would always take care of others first. He was a good looking young man. Rest In Peace Andrew loveUncle Mark